AIP Publishing is hiring a
Journal Manager

Summary

Join AIP Publishing as a Journal Manager to oversee journal management, expansion, and development plans in their open access and hybrid journal portfolios.

Requirements

• Prior experience in STEM publishing, and a specific focus on Open Access is a plus
• Proficient in physics or the physical sciences; a graduate or post-graduate degree in a physical science-related field is highly preferred
• Have exceptional written and oral communication skills and are confident working directly with leading researchers as editors
• Have strong interpersonal and negotiating skills, enabling you to make sound judgments and decisions
• Experience working in cross-functional teams
• Ability to take responsibility, assess complex projects, and work on own initiative
• Some travel to relevant conferences and in-person meetings is a requirement for the position

Responsibilities

• Conduct quantitative and qualitative research and analysis in support of strategic objectives
• Ensure the successful launch and operation of new or established journals to meet their financial and editorial targets
• Recruit editorial board members, run effective board meetings, and work with journal editors to define editorial direction
• Conceive, develop, and commission impactful content and special issues
• Collaborate with the marketing team on initiatives to increase journal usage, visibility, and authorship
• Represent AIP Publishing at topical conferences and author’s institutions. Build relationships within relevant research communities and conduct researcher outreach to engage scientists at all stages of their careers